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What you'll be able to do (official learning outcomes)
describe the historical developments in Cardiovascular and Respiratory physiology
discuss the progressive changes in maternal blood volume, cardiac output, and peripheral resistance during pregnancy and at delivery
list the functions in utero of the fetal ductus venosus, foramen ovale and ductus arteriosus
explain the mechanisms causing closure of these structures at birth
explain the relative importance of neural and local control in each vascular bed
list the various causes of hypertension and discuss the underlying mechanisms
Course contents
Developmental milestones in cardiovascular and respiratory physiology. Cardiopulmonary function in the fetus and in old age. Cardiopulmonary responses at rest and in moderate to severe stress conditions. Pathophysiology of hypertension, Obstructive and restrictive lung diseases.
Source: the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC) Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS). StudyOps loads this syllabus automatically when you study PIO 414.